2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Scenic | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |